Co-op Academy Leeds
Assistant Subject Leader (English)
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Co-op Academy Leeds | Leeds, West Yorkshire Salary: £55,747 – £60,145 (Leadership Group L4–L7) Contract: Full-time, Permanent, Leadership Terms
Are you ready to inspire, lead, and elevate student achievement? At Co-op Academy Leeds, we are looking for a dynamic, ambitious Assistant Subject Leader for English to join our dedicated leadership team. Working directly alongside the Subject Leader, you will play a pivotal role in designing our curriculum, fostering collaboration across the department, and driving outstanding academic outcomes across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4.
We believe every student deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential regardless of their background. We pride ourselves on creating an environment that is ambitious, supportive, and nurturing, where high expectations and student achievement are built on rewards, positive reinforcement, and mutual respect rather than sanctions.
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Key Responsibilities
- Departmental Leadership: Partner with the Subject Leader to guide curriculum strategy, innovate teaching approaches, and raise standards across KS3 and KS4 English.
- Instructional Excellence: Inspire, mentor, and collaborate with teaching colleagues to deliver consistently high-quality, engaging lessons.
- Student Success & Behaviour: Drive high academic achievement while promoting positive behaviour through our rewards-focused culture.
- Pastoral Collaboration: Work closely with our experienced pastoral team to support student well-being, personal growth, and secondary school journey.
- Culture & Values: Role-model exceptional professional standards while embedding the Co-op principles into daily academy life.
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Requirements & Qualifications
- Degree in English and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Proven track record of outstanding classroom practice and leadership potential.
- Alignment with cooperative values and a commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
How to Apply
Ready to shape the future of English education at Co-op Academy Leeds? Submit your application before 9am on 23rd September 2026. Interview Date: 1st October 2026
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